Dolphins begin trimming roster, release CB Joey Thomas

It appears that former first-round pick Jason Allen has ended any thoughts he might not be back for another season.

The Dolphins have released Joey Thomas as the team trims down to 53 players, according to an NFL source.

Thomas and Allen battled for the fifth and final cornerback spot.

Allen, the team’s first-round choice in 2006, seemed to hold an edge because of his special teams play. But Thomas had his moments in pass defense during training camp.

Allen widened the gap on Thomas Thursday night at New Orleans, finishing with two special teams tackles. On one play, Allen nailed Saints punt returner Rod Harper as the ball arrived, holding him to no gain.

Allen also had two passes defended, but he received help on one of them when Saints WR Skyler Green failed to make a tough catch in the end zone late in the first half.

Thomas finished with one tackle. The Dolphins signed Thomas last Oct. 25 and he appeared in six game for them, finishing the season with four tackles.

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[…] [Cowboys] Dolphins Release CB Joey Thomas The Dolphins have released CB Joey Thomas as the team trims down to 53 players, according to an NFL source. Thomas and Allen battled for the fifth and final cornerback spot. Allen, the team’s first-round choice in 2006, seemed to hold an edge because of his special teams play Source: Palm Beach Post […]